SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2109W
MIDLGB2109W belongs to HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | MIDLGB2109W |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | MIDLGB21 |
| Branch code | 09W |
| Bank | HSBC Bank PLC |
| Branch | High Street Branch |
| City | London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
How the HSBC Bank PLC SWIFT/BIC is structured
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- MIDL Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- GB Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 21 Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- 09W Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
What bank uses SWIFT/BIC code MIDLGB2109W?
The code MIDLGB2109W belongs to High Street Branch, a branch or department of HSBC Bank PLC in London, United Kingdom. Use this branch code only when the account is held at this specific branch.
What does each part of MIDLGB2109W mean?
MIDL is the bank code of HSBC Bank PLC, GB is the ISO code of United Kingdom, 21 is the code for the city or region and 09W identifies the branch High Street Branch.
Do I need MIDLGB2109W for a euro transfer to United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices and many banks fill in the BIC automatically. If you send another currency you do need MIDLGB2109W.
Has HSBC Bank PLC got more SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes – we list 3591 SWIFT/BIC codes for HSBC Bank PLC in United Kingdom. You can see them all on the bank page.
How long does a transfer to HSBC Bank PLC take in United Kingdom?
Euro transfers within SEPA normally arrive the next business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
What happens if I use MIDLGB2109W incorrectly?
Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Always check MIDLGB2109W against the details from HSBC Bank PLC before sending.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.